CVE-2025-47500
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-27
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| stackable | stackable-ultimate-gutenberg-blocks | to 3.19.5 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-79 | The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-47500 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress Stackable Plugin (versions up to 3.19.5). It allows an attacker, requiring user interaction and a privileged user role (like author or developer), to inject malicious scripts into web pages. These scripts can execute when visitors access the compromised site, potentially causing redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or executing other harmful HTML payloads. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts on your website, which can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other malicious actions affecting site visitors. Exploitation requires a privileged user to interact with malicious content, so the risk is moderate. It can harm your site's integrity and user trust. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves checking the version of the Stackable Ultimate Gutenberg Blocks plugin installed on your WordPress site. You can detect the vulnerable plugin version by running commands to list installed plugins and their versions, such as using WP-CLI: `wp plugin list | grep stackable-ultimate-gutenberg-blocks`. Additionally, monitoring for unusual script injections or unexpected HTML payloads in web pages served by the site may indicate exploitation attempts. There are no specific commands provided for direct detection of the XSS vulnerability itself. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate mitigation step is to update the Stackable Ultimate Gutenberg Blocks plugin to version 3.19.6 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. If you are a Patchstack user, enabling auto-updates specifically for vulnerable plugins is recommended to promptly mitigate the risk. Additionally, limiting privileged user roles and avoiding clicking on suspicious links or submitting untrusted forms can reduce the risk of exploitation. [1]